2-METHOXYETHYL ACETATE

International Chemical Safety Cards

2-METHOXYETHYL ACETATE

ICSC: 0476

2-METHOXYETHYL ACETATE
Ethylene glycol monomethyl ether acetate
2-Methoxyethanol acetate
Acetic acid, 2-methoxyethyl ester
Methyl cellosolve acetate
C₅H₁₀O₃ / CH₃COOCH₂CH₂OCH₃
Molecular mass: 118.1
CAS # 110-49-6
RTECS # KL5950000
ICSC # 0476
UN # 1189
EC # 607-036-00-1

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Flammable.	NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.	Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION	Above 45°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	Above 45°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!
INHALATION	(See Ingestion).	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN	MAY BE ABSORBED! (see Ingestion).	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
EYES	Redness.	Face shield, or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION	Abdominal pain. Confusion. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment (extra personal protection: A filter for organic vapours).

Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids, and nitrates.

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R: 60-61-20/21/22
S: 53-45
Note: E
UN Hazard Class: 3
UN Packing Group: III

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ICSC: 0476

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International Chemical Safety Cards

2-METHOXYETHYL ACETATE

ICSC: 0476

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
Reacts with strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids and nitrates.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV (as TWA): 5 ppm; 24 mg/m³ (skin) (ACGIH 1995-1996).

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The vapour slightly irritates the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the blood and central nervous system. Exposure at high levels may result in unconsciousness.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the blood, liver and kidneys. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 145°C
Melting point: -65°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.01
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.27

Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01 (calcd)
Flash point: 45°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 392°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.5-12.3